Learn about gas oil, the red dye fuel
Have you ever had questions about gas oil that you’re curious about and would like answers to? Read on as we go over some of the more common questions we’re asked about gas oil to learn more about it,
What is gas oil and why is it red?
Gas oil, which is also commonly referred to as red diesel, is a red dyed diesel fuel. If you’ve ever heard anybody call it red diesel, the name is more descriptive and obvious when you see the colour of the fuel.
However, with many people still referring to it as gas oil, it’s understandable that many people would not have made the connection between the fuels two names. Another reason is likely to be the case that unless you’ve ever worked in the construction or agricultural industries or worked on machinery powered by gas oil. You may never have heard of gas oil.
Gas oil is the same fuel as white diesel which is used on public roads, which you would commonly fill up and buy for cars, vans and lorries from petrol filling stations.
However, unlike the undyed white diesel, red diesel is strictly controlled.
Here at Cooke Fuels, we pride ourselves on offering a first class service when it comes to ordering and delivering red diesel, whether that be a 205-litre barrel, or a bulk order of 500 – 36,000+ litres.
Ordering gas oil has never been so easy! Either call us on 01282 775431 or fill in the free online quote form.
Who can legally use gas oil?
Gas oil’s use is prohibited for use outside the following sectors:
- Powering machinery in travelling fairs and circuses
- Electricity generation and heating in non-commercial buildings
- Agriculture, horticulture, fish farming and forestry
- Rail transport (for vehicles designed to run on rails)
- Community amateur sport clubs and golf courses
- Sailing, boating and marine transport (excluding private pleasure craft in Northern Ireland)
The red colour that gives red diesel its name is a marker dye which is added to gas oil. HMRC can trace uses of red diesel in commercial vehicles by simply dip testing the fuel tank of any vehicles suspected to using gas oil whilst being used on public roads. Using gas oil in commercial vehicles is considered tax evasion and carries a fine.
You can find more information on this at the HMRC website.
Where can you buy gas oil?
Due to the restrictions on where gas oil can be used legally, you won’t be able to purchase it from the majority of petrol filling stations. Instead, you will need to purchase it from a supplier such as Cooke Fuels who specialise in the supply and delivery of gas oil to customers nationwide.
Here at Cooke Fuels, we can supply you with all of the gas oil you require at competitive prices; anytime, any place, anywhere within the UK!
We have been supplying a wide range of fuels, oils and lubricants since 1845 and our extensive knowledge in this industry has allowed us to become one of the biggest fuel providers in the UK. Here are just a few reasons why Cooke Fuels is the place to buy your fuel…
- Operating since 1845.
- Out-of-hours fuel delivery.
- Emergency same/next day fuel delivery.
- Specialists in providing fuel nationwide.
- Free in-house fuel management service.
- A dedicated account manager from Cooke Fuels.
- Leftover fuel can be removed and recycled.
Ordering gas oil has never been so easy! You can call our knowledgeable team on 01282 775431 or fill in the free online quote form.
Looking for a greener alternative to red diesel (gas oil)?
You’ll probably be aware that your emissions from various fuels aren’t helping the environment. At Cooke Fuels, we aim to challenge climate change and one way we are doing this is by offering Carbon Offset Red Diesel (CORD).
Find out more from our Fuel Services section and help provide a greener future. Alternatively, you can give us a call on 01282 775431 and our customer service team will answer all your questions.
